Trade Insights
Clear, practical guidance on specialist glass, mirrors, sandblasting, and specification for trade and retail projects.
Approved Document N sets out where safety glazing is required in England and Wales, but it is easy to miss a critical location when focusing on size and thickness. This guide explains which locations trigger the requirement, which glass types comply, and how to brief an order that meets the regulations.
Sandblasted mirrors for retail and hospitality fit-outs can create privacy, branding and a premium finish without losing the reflective effect. This guide explains what to specify for sizes, patterns, edges and installation so trade teams can order with confidence.
Sandblasted glass vs frosted vinyl is a useful comparison when you need privacy, branding, or light control without making a space feel closed in. This guide explains where each finish works best on partitions, doors, mirrors and feature panels, and what trade buyers should check before ordering.
Low-iron glass gives a cleaner, less green appearance than standard clear glass, but it is not always the right choice. This guide explains when to specify low-iron glass for splashbacks, shower screens, balustrades and feature panels on trade projects.
Sandblasted glass privacy is a practical way to add screening without blocking light, but the right finish depends on the job. This guide explains how to specify sandblasted glass and sandblasted mirrors for trade projects, from offices and bathrooms to feature walls and signage.
